Front End Developer
Develop and implement websites, web applications, application databases, and interactive web interfaces. Evaluate code to ensure that it is properly structured, meets industry standards, and is compatible with browsers and devices. Optimize website performance, scalability, and server-side code and processes. May develop website infrastructure and integrate websites with other computer applications.
At a Glance
Front End Developer earns an average of $99,471/yr. Typical education: Bachelor's degree. Experience: 3.9–4.6 years. Top skills: Front End (Software Engineering), Angular (Web Framework), Cascading Style Sheets (CSS).
$99,471/yr
Bachelor's degree
3.9–4.6 years
36
Parent Occupation (O*NET)
Web Developers
Median Wage
$90,930/yr
Growth (2024-34)
+7.5%
Education
Bachelor's degree
Skills & Requirements
Specialized Skills (27)
Front End (Software Engineering)
Angular (Web Framework)
Cascading Style Sheets (CSS)
JavaScript (Programming Language)
HyperText Markup Language (HTML)
React.js (Javascript Library)
Computer Science
HTML5
Git (Version Control System)
Agile Methodology
Web Development
User Interface (UI)
Java (Programming Language)
Browser Compatibility
Asynchronous Javascript and XML (AJAX)
JSON
JavaScript Frameworks
Python (Programming Language)
Application Programming Interface (API)
Bootstrap (Front-End Framework)
Software Engineering
User Experience (UX) Design
Front End Design
Node.js (Javascript Library)
User Experience (UX)
Back End (Software Engineering)
Common Skills (3)
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